Hong Kong authorities have charged seven individuals and two construction-related companies over a deadly apartment fire that killed 168 people in November 2025. The suspects face 25 charges, including manslaughter, conspiracy to defraud, money laundering, tax evasion, and attempting to obstruct justice. The companies involved were linked to renovation work being carried out at Wang Fuk Court when the fire occurred. Among those charged are … Continue reading Hong Kong charges 7 people and 2 firms over massive fire that killed 168

At least 12 people were killed and nine injured when more than 10 gunmen carried out a late-night shooting in an informal settlement near Johannesburg, South Africa. Police said the attackers arrived in a minibus, opened fire at multiple locations, and then fled the scene. Authorities suspect the massacre may be linked to organized criminal gangs involved in illegal mining or other illicit activities, although … Continue reading Mass shooting by multiple attackers leaves at least dozen dead, 9 wounded in South Africa

Pakistan carried out airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan on Wednesday, escalating months of cross-border conflict between the two neighbors. Afghanistan’s Taliban government said the strikes killed 13 civilians, including 11 children, while Pakistan said it targeted militant hideouts and killed 26 militants. The attacks ended more than a month of relative calm following repeated clashes and failed peace talks. Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of sheltering the Pakistani … Continue reading Pakistani airstrikes kill at least 13 in Afghanistan, Taliban says

Three Indian sailors were killed in a U.S. airstrike on the Palau-flagged tanker Settebello, which Washington said violated its blockade on Iranian oil exports. The U.S. military stated that it targeted the vessel’s engine room after the crew repeatedly ignored instructions from American forces. India confirmed the deaths, lodged a strong protest with the U.S., and summoned the U.S. deputy chief of mission. The incident … Continue reading 3 Indian sailors killed in U.S. strike on oil tanker, minister says

Police used water cannon to disperse around 300 rioters in Northern Ireland during a second night of anti-immigration unrest near Newtownabbey. Protesters burned vehicles, built barricades, and threw bricks and petrol bombs, while smaller disturbances were also reported in Derry and Coleraine. The violence followed a knife attack in north Belfast, although several planned protests failed to materialize and a demonstration at Stormont remained peaceful. … Continue reading Police use water cannon against rioters in Northern Ireland

A man was killed in a car bombing early Tuesday in Balashikha, a city east of Moscow, after an explosive device detonated as his BMW was driving near an apartment building. Russian investigators said the victim died at the scene from multiple injuries, and his identity had not yet been confirmed. Authorities have opened a criminal investigation and are conducting forensic examinations to determine the … Continue reading Moscow car bomb kills 1 person, investigators say, with victim yet to be identified

At least one person was killed after Kenyan police used force to disperse protests against a planned U.S.-backed Ebola quarantine facility in Nanyuki. Demonstrators oppose the project, arguing that Kenya is being asked to assume health risks associated with an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. The facility, intended to house U.S. citizens exposed to Ebola but not yet showing … Continue reading One killed as hundreds protest in Kenya against US Ebola quarantine centre

Residents of the ancient Lebanese city of Tyre are facing a difficult choice between staying amid Israeli airstrikes or fleeing and becoming displaced within their own country. For the first time, Israeli evacuation orders have included Al Hara, Tyre’s historic Christian quarter, prompting many families to leave despite believing the area to be safe and politically neutral. Some residents remain behind to protect their homes, … Continue reading Israel orders Tyre residents to evacuate ancient Lebanese city

Riots broke out across Northern Ireland after a Sudanese asylum seeker was charged with attempted murder following a brutal knife attack in Belfast that left a man seriously injured. The incident sparked anti-immigration demonstrations, with some protesters engaging in violence, including arson, vandalism, and attacks on homes, vehicles, and businesses. Police and emergency services responded to widespread disorder as fires and property damage were reported … Continue reading Protestors torch cars and homes as Belfast burns over migrant’s gruesome knife attack

The U.S. launched several hours of military strikes against Iran on Tuesday after a U.S. Apache helicopter was brought down near the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump authorized the operation, which targeted Iranian air-defense, radar, and ground-control sites and was described by U.S. officials as a proportional act of self-defense. Iran responded by launching drones at the U.S. Fifth Fleet in Bahrain, while neighboring countries … Continue reading U.S. Strikes Iran in Response to Downed Apache Helicopter